Serving 607 students in grades 6-8, West Lee Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Lee Middle School's student population of 607 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lee Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lee Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2023 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
47%
20%
Black
22%
25%
White
26%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lee Middle School's ranking?
West Lee Middle School is ranked #2023 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Lee Middle School often compared to?
West Lee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanlee Middle School, East Lee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Lee Middle School?
607 students attend West Lee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of West Lee Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lee Middle School?
West Lee Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Lee Middle School offer ?
West Lee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Lee Middle School part of?
West Lee Middle School is part of Lee County Schools School District.
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